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RE: Attendance!
I don't know if that is the case so much, a forum like Thumpertalk which encompasses all types of machines, riding, and racing didn't seem to see the slowdown that other forums did, now granted it is a huge forum compared to others but still if the "bad economy" is to blame here it should be felt across the board not just ATV's.
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princevaliant1975
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09/09/10 03:12pm |
Open Forum
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RE: Attendance!
Oh I check every day. Just not much for me to post on and me and the wife have been taking a bunch of street rides as well as every night I have been working on replacing my roof after work. I am doing it ALL by myself, 2,200 sqft. with a chimney and some exterior walls to flash around.
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princevaliant1975
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09/09/10 02:38pm |
Open Forum
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RE: places in southern california
Really? SoCal is like the Mecca for racing and offroad racing. I find it hard to believe there is nothing around in the area.
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princevaliant1975
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09/08/10 12:28pm |
Trail/Travel
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RE: The New John Deere Gator.
The suspension is around 3 inches of travel, the rear is solid. It has a Comet torque a verter CVT transmission It uses a Kawasaki 4 stroke engine about 8hp. Manually operated dump box.
Here is a video (not mine) of what the thing looks like running.
Click Here
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princevaliant1975
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09/06/10 10:18pm |
Utility/4x4
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RE: The New John Deere Gator.
Much better than the original AMT, I guess it had to all start somewhere.
http://www.machinefinder.com/images/machines/14/940514/388458_huge.jpg height=500 width=700
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princevaliant1975
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09/03/10 06:31pm |
Utility/4x4
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RE: quan-jing atv parts
I PM'd you some information. By your description you most likely have a variation of the GY6 engine.
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princevaliant1975
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08/29/10 03:59pm |
Tech Corner
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RE: quan-jing atv parts
I believe you spelled the manufacturer name wrong. Is it Qianjiang? A picture, model number. Is it 2 or 4 stroke. This information would make it a bit easier to direct you in the right direction.
First off if you bought the machine new from a distributor I would start there first. If you bought it 2nd hand (used) you will definately be in for some research and lots of phone calls.
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princevaliant1975
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08/27/10 07:27am |
Tech Corner
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RE: 1999 Kawasaki Bayou-Lean and too much air
I guess I should have been more specific in my reply. Did you just use aerosol spray carb cleaner or carb dip (typically comes in a 1 gallon can that you can submerge the entire body and individual parts? If you just used the spray can it is still fairly possible an internal passageway has some gum, dirt, or varnish (from sitting) partially restricting an air or fuel passageway. I just want to confirm this to rule out ANY of those possibilities. I have found the Mikuni VM series (what you have) carburators to be very touchy to tune and any slight variation of "perfect" settings can cause drivability issues.
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princevaliant1975
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08/22/10 11:49am |
Tech Corner
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RE: 1999 Kawasaki Bayou-Lean and too much air
I would have to agree with Camo Fox, however it is fairly possible that the air screw vibrated out it is rare but happens. Also I must inquire about your methoud of cleaning the carburator. Did you dig it. If not you cannot asume that you have every passage clear.
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princevaliant1975
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08/21/10 09:23pm |
Tech Corner
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RE: For Serious Riders
Are you a 30 second wiggler?
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princevaliant1975
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08/18/10 09:48am |
ATV Forum
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RE: 2000 Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 Brake Master Cylinder
I think you need to start from scratch. The hydraulic braking systems on ATVs and motorcycles is probably the most overlooked general maintenance item. Most people don't realize that the brake fluid should be changed every 2 years or so. Brake fluid attracts water, water causes corrosion. Being your machine is a 2000 model and I would probably assume the brake fluid has never been changed you probably have corrosion in the entire system. Read my blog article for more information Brake system maintenance
You probably just need a master cylinder rebuild kit (o-rings and piston). But first try disassembling the master cylinder and cleaning and inspecting the parts, flush the lines and disassemble the calipers as well. Bleed the system outlined in my blog.
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princevaliant1975
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08/16/10 01:04pm |
Tech Corner
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RE: NEW to Forum
Welcome.
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princevaliant1975
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08/12/10 09:07pm |
ATV Forum
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RE: articat 500 4x4 starter sounds like it is spinning
Without seeing and taking it apart it would only be a guess that the previous owner removed an idler gear or something. And you are correct ATV and MC starters do not have a bendix drive that push the starter gear out to mesh with a flywheel ring gear, there is just no good way to package that type of unit in an ATV/MC unit because of the primary drive to the transmission. Every unit is different but they are all kinda built and operate the same way. I am sure after taking the off the engine side cover I am sure you will see the culprit. Post a picture up I would like to see what it looks like in the flesh on your Artic Cat.
Here is some better pictures I found of what it will typicaly look like behind the engine cover.
http://haugstad.com/suzuki/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/040620081296.jpg height=400 width=600
Little better schematic
http://cdn.cheapcycleparts.com/images/YA/BH-19429-CBH-19428/starterclutch.png
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princevaliant1975
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08/07/10 11:52am |
ATV Forum
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RE: articat 500 4x4 starter sounds like it is spinning
The starter clutch is bad. More specifically the springs that hold the little "pucks" from sliding back in forth during normal operation got weak and the "pucks" have probably scored up the mating surfaces of the starter gear (mounted to the crankshaft) and the clutch face itself.
This is a rudimentary schematic of what parts are involved with the starting mechanism.
http://www.xz550.com/starterclutch_page_files/stcltchdia.jpeg
Here is what a typical clutch lookslike with the spring removed (this one the outer body has cracked as well, this was out of a vintage street bike of mine but yours will be very similar)
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d80/princevaliant/Misc%20Vehicle%20pics/starterclutchclose.jpg
A larger view of the starter clutch and gear assembly, you also have 2 idler gears as a reduction from the starter motor.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d80/princevaliant/Misc%20Vehicle%20pics/starterclucth.jpg
With a repair manual you should be able to perform this repair yourself. The part however will cost you around $229.29 (from Bike Bandit)
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princevaliant1975
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08/07/10 08:03am |
ATV Forum
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RE: Any Great Masks ??
Thing of it is. Most people don't like other people spamming forums with posts/threads "Disguised" as customer testimonials. Like I offered before, send me (or others on this forum) one and I will write up a honest unbiased product review. Again welcome to this forum and hopefully in the future you can contribute other ATV/Offroad information to this board. Sadly I bet this will be about all you (user name JTHonda450) will contribute to this forum, please let this not be the case.
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princevaliant1975
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08/05/10 08:35pm |
ATV Forum
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RE: Any Great Masks ??
They are one and the same person. Check the other "spam" threads in other forums. The replies are very similar by two different users.
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princevaliant1975
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08/04/10 07:12am |
ATV Forum
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RE: yamaha raptor starting issues
Just like YOURADHERE said, chances are it is the starter solenoid. To find the solenoid follow the positive lead off the battery to a oddly square shaped object that has one heavy gage lead off another terminal and a wire harness pigtail with two other wires off the top. First double check all your connections from the battery to the solenoid and the solenoid to the starter, clean them throughly and check for corrosion, don't forget to check/clean the negative grounding cable as well. To test the solenoid take a short piece of 12 gage or heavier wire (some people will use a pair of slip joint pliers). "Jump" the solenoid by touching one end of the wire to the terminal post that the cable from the battery attach's to the other post that attach's the cable that runs to the starter. If the starter spins this indicates that the solenoid is bad. If nothing happens or the starter turns slowly three possible problems could still exist.
1. Battery/starter cable(s) have internal corrosion or break in one or more strands (not visible) causing excessive resistance (and it does not take much with MC/ATV electrical systems) You can try and test with a Ohm meter the cables resistance and compare the values to new cables, but this is not always conclusive as proper resistance of a "new" cable lies within a broad range that unless the cable is so corroded internally there will not be enough of a difference between the two values to make a firm determination. If the ATV in question was over 10 years old it would be just wise to replace the cables anyways. Solution: Replace both cables if in doubt.
2. Weak battery, common causes, old age, improper storage, frequent discharging/charging, over extending the charging system with other loads (high power lights ect...) water level low on flooded type batteries, normal discharge, or a faulty voltage regulator. Solution: Charge battery with a low amp (less than 3 amp) charger, for storage of long periods (1 month or more) of time invest in a float charger to maintain 12.5V in storage. Doing so can almost double the life of the battery.
The 3rd reason is related to number 2. One or more dead cells or broken plates. Flooded batteries are more susceptible to broken plates from vibration than "maintenance free" sealed or spiral core "gel" batteries but both can develop dead cells. Dead cells reduce the availble "on demand" amperage required to spin a high amp load such as a starter motor. (typically 15-20 amps for MC/ATV's and upwards of 30-40 on automobiles). Batteries with dead cells will still take a charge and register 12-13V on a volt meter. The only way to test for dead cells is with a load tester with a setting for mc/atv batteries. This can usually be done for free at most auto parts stores and dealerships.
Solution: Replace the battery
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princevaliant1975
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08/03/10 01:12pm |
ATV Forum
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RE: yamaha raptor starting issues
Could you give a little more info on the starting issue? Will the engine turn over? Does it just click? Will it turn over but not fire/run? I and others will need more info to make a possible diagnosis and recommend a potential solution. The simple "It doesn't start" problem can be taken a few different ways.
With the chain "tensioner" I am assuming you are talking about the urethane roller that is attached to the frame that the chain rolls on under extreme suspension sag and not the elliptical hub that houses the axle bearings and axle (that actually is the chain adjuster). That part is available through many sources such as Your local dealer, Bike Bandit, Dennis Kirk and many others. The part should run around $10-$15.
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princevaliant1975
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08/02/10 01:26pm |
ATV Forum
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RE: Going to see adjuster today
You hate me Grizz? :B Seriously though I could never live in Kalifornistan.
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princevaliant1975
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07/30/10 07:57pm |
Fight Club
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RE: Over Heating problems
How long has it been since the coolant has been changed? Over time coolant looses its themal efficiency. As a rule coolant in MC's and ATV's should be changed about every 2 years. Also there is a good procduct that claims to be more themaly efficient at transfering heat, Engine ICE, also Redline makes a product that you ad to your existing coolant that claims to break the surface tention of the coolant thus alowing better themal efficency. You may want to try that upon refilling the system. Some machines actually have a themostat in the cooling system (like a car) for purposely maintaining engine temperatures (specifically in the winter time) It could be failing as in sticking closed or not opeining at the correct temperature (later) causing elevated engine temps before it opens to allow coolant to the radiator. It is also possible that the water pump impeller is damaged or has a broken vane thus the coolant flow is not optimal.
I would start with a flush (with distilled water) and refill with a quality coolant (Engine ICE or equivalant) purging the air properly and see if that does the trick.
Read my Blog on this subject for more information HERE
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princevaliant1975
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07/30/10 05:03pm |
Tech Corner
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